Downtown Mill Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Muir Woods National Monument
Walk among towering redwoods hundreds of years old at this National Park, less than an hour’s drive from downtown San Francisco.

Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Golden Gate National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. Stroll along the seaside or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Tennessee Valley Trailhead
Just across the Golden Gate Bridge, discover rugged wilderness, a quiet beach and stunning hiking trails also suitable for riding a bike or horse.

Red Rock Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Red Rock Beach during your trip to Mill Valley? Amble around this family-friendly area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.

Old Mill Park
Old Mill Park is just one of the places to see in Mill Valley, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the seaside and lush forest in this vibrant area.
Sweetwater Music Hall
You can make plans for a show at Sweetwater Music Hall during your stay in Mill Valley. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour - Including Golden Gate Bridge

Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

Hop-on, Hop-off City Tour & Muir Woods Excursion
Top hotels in Downtown Mill Valley

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The eggs were over cooked
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Very good for business trips
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Amenities were great and location was the best. The hotel staff were courteous and the coffee option in the lobby was the best. Everything about this hotel is a flying star.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Fabulous room in a well stocked hotel. Good pool area, laundry, on site food, parking. In a great area of San Francisco
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
The actual bar at this location was bad, no beer on tap, rooms were clean but felt really old compared to the rest of the building
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
It was safe, well priced for its location and clean. I would have loved to have a microwave but all other amenities were good.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Mill Valley

Alto Sutton Manor
When in Alto Sutton Manor, you can plan a visit to Sweetwater Music Hall and Marin Theatre Company, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Almonte
Almonte might not have many top sights, but Marin Theatre Company and Golden Gate National Recreation Area are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

